Author: David Crossley
New audio guide to the West Highland Lines
Written by ScotRail and published by geotourist this is an excellent (and free!) guide to the Lines. It is available at West Highland Line | Tour Details — Geotourist – take it with you on your journey!
156458 approaching Ewich Viaduct between Tyndrum Lower and Crianlarich, March 2023
Caledonian Sleeper to be nationalised
The Scottish Government has announced that it will manage the Caledonian Sleeper from the 25th of June 2023 through Scottish Rail Holdings. “Caledonian Sleeper staff will transfer to the new Scottish Government owned entity, with their terms and conditions protected.”
Winter/Spring 2023 West Highland News Plus is here!
Highland Explorer to serve Fort William & Mallaig
From March 2023 the Highland Explorer coach is due to be added to one ScotRail train in each direction between Glasgow Queen Street, Fort William and Mallaig AND there will no longer be a supplement to use the seating! This is particularly appropriate timing with the UCI Cycling World Championship…
Glenfinnan Station Museum – one of 7 best tiny museums!
The Jacobite timetable for 2023
The Jacobite steam train timetable for 2023 between Fort William and Mallaig via the Glenfinnan Viaduct (Harry Potter Bridge)
Morning Service:
Running from Monday 3rd April to Friday 27th October 2023 (seven days per week)
Afternoon Service:
Running from Monday 1st May to Friday 29th September 2023 (seven days per week)
Further details at: Timetables | West Coast Railways